Blood Debt

Seven days

That's all the time Rhianne Alkenn has to crack the case of Albert Johnson's murder, prot g of Vampire Master Lord Bellmont - Yep, of the crimson, terrifying eyes.

Seven days until Lord Bellmont collects the blood debt from Rhianne's mother. Rhianne might not be her mother's biggest fan, but she isn't about to let her become vampire thrall of the year.

Albert was either a charming golden boy or a crazed psychopath, depending on whom you asked. Enemies? Take a ticket.

With her usual band of quirky friends, Toto her not-really-a-witch's-familiar, Nel, the incubus who could charm wallpaper off the wall; Isobel, the pathologist with more secrets than a spy; her trusty gargoyle crew, Carl and Alice; Marissa, the fierce lawyer; and Kai, the tech mage with eyes you could swim in.

Will Rhianne find the murderer in time to prevent her mother from becoming a permanent guest in the vampire's den?

Note: While part of a series, Blood Debt can be read as a standalone. It's written in Australian English and set in the magic city of Sydney.

If you enjoy books by K M Shea, Heather G. Harris and Kim Harrison, then you'll love this riveting urban fantasy story with a touch of humour and romance.